The global technology race has never been more intense — or more consequential. From artificial intelligence reshaping entire industries to semiconductor supply chains influencing geopolitics, the ...

Best Countries is a dynamic multimedia portal that includes rankings, interactive data visualization tools and insightful reporting. The 2026 & World Report Best Countries rankings evaluate 100 ...

The MarketWatch News Department was not involved in the creation of this content. -- The United States ranks first in European patent applications, followed by Germany, while China rises to third ...

The drivers of economic growth, innovation, and societal change are no longer solely wealthy nation-states and global institutional actors, but increasingly the technology companies. The so-called ...

Once again, Switzerland has claimed the top spot as the best country in the world. The 2026 rankings, released Thursday, were compiled by US News & World Report in partnership with the Wharton School ...

With just over 60 months left to meet the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), more equitable access to science, technology and innovation may offer the most effective way to improve the lives of the ...